About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 7
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 20
▸ Whiplash 24
▸ Contusion/Bruise 113
▸ Abrasion 67
▸ Pain/Nausea 30
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Blood on the Asphalt: Hold Precinct 78 Accountable Now
Precinct 78: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025
The Toll in Plain Sight
In Precinct 78, the numbers do not lie. Three people are dead. Fifteen more have suffered serious injuries. Since 2022, there have been 2,479 crashes. The wounded are not just numbers—they are neighbors, children, elders. In the last year alone, one person was killed and 384 injured. The blood dries, but the pain lingers.
A 71-year-old cyclist lost his life on West Drive. A 72-year-old woman was struck and killed by a taxi at Flatbush and 5th. The street does not care if you are young or old. It takes without warning.
The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, Bikes, and Blood
Cars and SUVs have done the most harm—one death, 124 minor injuries, 44 moderate, three serious. Trucks and buses left 13 injured. Bikes caused 22 injuries, including one serious. The numbers are cold, but the stories are not. A cyclist ejected after a crash. A pedestrian never making it across the street.
Leadership: Promises and Pressure
The city has tools. Speed limits can be enforced. Tickets can be written. Hotspots can be watched. But action is not automatic. It takes pressure. It takes voices raised. It takes the will to see the dead and say, enough.
The police can do more. They can crack down on speeding, reckless driving, and failure to yield. They can target the corners where people keep getting hurt. They can make it clear that the law is not just words on paper.
The Words That Remain
A relative, after a recent crash, said, “It’s devastating. It’s affecting everyone in our family, especially (Ruiz’s) mom. Maddy was her only daughter.” said her daughter. The pain does not fade. Another voice, after a double fatality, said, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic deaths of two individuals in Sunset Park this morning. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones.” said police.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. These are not accidents. Demand action. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Tell them to enforce the law, to slow the cars, to protect the people who walk and ride. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Hit-And-Run Kills Two Near Food Pantry, ABC7, Published 2025-07-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Red Light Run Kills Two Pedestrians, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-12
Other Representatives
District 44
416 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215
Room 557, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 38
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 78 Police Precinct 78 sits in Brooklyn, District 38, AD 44, SD 20.
It contains Brooklyn CB55, Brooklyn CB6, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Prospect Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 78
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck▸Dec 18 - Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
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Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-18
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SUV Strikes E-Scooter on 10th Street▸Dec 15 - An SUV collided with an e-scooter traveling north on 10th Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered back injuries. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:30 PM on 10th Street near 7th Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV traveling east struck an e-scooter going straight ahead northbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s center front end hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a back injury classified as severity level 3. Police identified the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The e-scooter driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s error, highlighting a systemic danger to vulnerable micromobility users on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Atlantic Ave▸Dec 8 - A 33-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan struck her at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at 8:16 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling east. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead with no reported vehicle damage. The report lists the pedestrian crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited. The focus remains on the pedestrian’s crossing behavior and the resulting serious injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Slams Into Another on Grand Army Plaza▸Dec 8 - Two SUVs collided on Grand Army Plaza. The striking driver was semiconscious, hurt across his body. Police cited distraction and improper lane use. Both vehicles moved north. Impact was hard and sudden.
According to the police report, at 1:36 AM on Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV from New Jersey struck the left rear bumper of another northbound SUV registered in New York. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows clear driver error: distraction and improper lane use led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Dec 18 - Metal groaned on Nostrand Avenue. Two cars trapped, one stacked atop the other. A bus driver, a woman, a girl—hurt but alive. Emergency crews worked fast. The street bore the scars. The cause stayed hidden in the wreckage.
NY Daily News reported on December 18, 2024, that a multi-vehicle crash at Nostrand Ave. and Park Ave. in Brooklyn left three people injured. The article states, 'Three people were injured, including an MTA bus driver and a young girl, in a collision that pinned two cars between a box truck and a city bus.' Footage showed two vehicles sandwiched between the bus and truck, with one car stacked atop another. The injured included a 59-year-old MTA driver, a 33-year-old woman, and a 9-year-old girl. All were hospitalized in stable condition. The cause of the crash was not determined at the time of reporting. The incident highlights the risks at busy intersections and the dangers posed by large vehicles in dense urban traffic.
- Cars Crushed Between Bus And Truck, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-18
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SUV Strikes E-Scooter on 10th Street▸Dec 15 - An SUV collided with an e-scooter traveling north on 10th Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered back injuries. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:30 PM on 10th Street near 7th Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV traveling east struck an e-scooter going straight ahead northbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s center front end hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a back injury classified as severity level 3. Police identified the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The e-scooter driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s error, highlighting a systemic danger to vulnerable micromobility users on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Atlantic Ave▸Dec 8 - A 33-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan struck her at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at 8:16 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling east. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead with no reported vehicle damage. The report lists the pedestrian crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited. The focus remains on the pedestrian’s crossing behavior and the resulting serious injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Slams Into Another on Grand Army Plaza▸Dec 8 - Two SUVs collided on Grand Army Plaza. The striking driver was semiconscious, hurt across his body. Police cited distraction and improper lane use. Both vehicles moved north. Impact was hard and sudden.
According to the police report, at 1:36 AM on Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV from New Jersey struck the left rear bumper of another northbound SUV registered in New York. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows clear driver error: distraction and improper lane use led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Dec 15 - An SUV collided with an e-scooter traveling north on 10th Street in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered back injuries. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:30 PM on 10th Street near 7th Avenue in Brooklyn. A station wagon/SUV traveling east struck an e-scooter going straight ahead northbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s center front end hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a back injury classified as severity level 3. Police identified the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The e-scooter driver was licensed but was not using any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s error, highlighting a systemic danger to vulnerable micromobility users on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Atlantic Ave▸Dec 8 - A 33-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan struck her at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at 8:16 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling east. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead with no reported vehicle damage. The report lists the pedestrian crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited. The focus remains on the pedestrian’s crossing behavior and the resulting serious injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Slams Into Another on Grand Army Plaza▸Dec 8 - Two SUVs collided on Grand Army Plaza. The striking driver was semiconscious, hurt across his body. Police cited distraction and improper lane use. Both vehicles moved north. Impact was hard and sudden.
According to the police report, at 1:36 AM on Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV from New Jersey struck the left rear bumper of another northbound SUV registered in New York. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows clear driver error: distraction and improper lane use led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Dec 8 - A 33-year-old woman suffered a severe leg fracture after a sedan struck her at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at 8:16 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when she was struck by a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling east. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead with no reported vehicle damage. The report lists the pedestrian crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited. The focus remains on the pedestrian’s crossing behavior and the resulting serious injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Slams Into Another on Grand Army Plaza▸Dec 8 - Two SUVs collided on Grand Army Plaza. The striking driver was semiconscious, hurt across his body. Police cited distraction and improper lane use. Both vehicles moved north. Impact was hard and sudden.
According to the police report, at 1:36 AM on Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV from New Jersey struck the left rear bumper of another northbound SUV registered in New York. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows clear driver error: distraction and improper lane use led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Dec 8 - Two SUVs collided on Grand Army Plaza. The striking driver was semiconscious, hurt across his body. Police cited distraction and improper lane use. Both vehicles moved north. Impact was hard and sudden.
According to the police report, at 1:36 AM on Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, a northbound SUV from New Jersey struck the left rear bumper of another northbound SUV registered in New York. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows clear driver error: distraction and improper lane use led to the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest▸Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
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Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest,
Gothamist,
Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 27 - A driver struck three cars in Bed-Stuy. She dragged a person, hit a vehicle with a pregnant woman, then crashed into an empty car. No life-threatening injuries. Police arrested her at the scene. Charges include assault and reckless endangerment.
Gothamist reported on November 27, 2024, that a New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested after a chaotic crash in Brooklyn. According to police, the driver, Tanisha Simpson, "swiped an oncoming car," then "drove away, dragging the person several feet and hitting another car with a pregnant woman inside." She struck a third, empty car before New York City Sheriffs arrested her nearby. The pregnant woman was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but no serious injuries were reported. Simpson faces charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and leaving the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of hit-and-run behavior and the risks faced by vulnerable road users at busy intersections.
- Three-Car Brooklyn Crash Sparks Arrest, Gothamist, Published 2024-11-27
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SUV Collision on Flatbush Injures Rear Passenger▸Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 24 - Two SUVs collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The left rear passenger of one vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes. The injured occupant remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:03 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn involving two SUVs traveling north. One driver was merging while the other was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the merging SUV and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. A 57-year-old male occupant seated in the left rear of the merging SUV sustained a concussion and head injury. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The collision and injuries resulted directly from driver errors, specifically inattention and unsafe lane changes, as documented in the police data.
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Sedan Rear-Ended by Pick-up Truck on Atlantic Ave▸Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 21 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue. Both the driver and front passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash unfolded in the afternoon, spotlighting following too closely as the key factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2024 Nissan sedan traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2023 RAM pick-up truck also traveling east. The report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The sedan carried two occupants: a 45-year-old female driver and a 58-year-old male front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Neither occupant was ejected or using safety equipment. The collision’s impact was centered on the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. The report does not cite any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the truck driver’s error.
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Box Truck Turns Improperly, Injures Sedan Driver▸Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 20 - A box truck made an improper left turn on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn, striking a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. The crash exposed critical driver errors and risks.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hamilton Place in Brooklyn at 3:00 p.m. A box truck, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a sedan that was parked and also facing west. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the truck. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the box truck driver's error in executing the left turn. There were no contributing factors listed for the sedan driver. The truck sustained no damage, while the sedan suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers in urban traffic environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change Causes Multi-Vehicle Collision▸Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 15 - A driver executing an unsafe lane change on Atlantic Avenue triggered a multi-vehicle crash. A 25-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The collision involved three westbound vehicles, with significant damage to front and rear panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:07 AM on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The primary contributing factor was 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by one driver. The report details a collision involving three westbound vehicles: a sedan changing lanes, a sedan traveling straight, and an SUV stopped in traffic. The driver who changed lanes unsafely was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact points included the left front quarter panel of the lane-changing sedan, the right front bumper of the other sedan, and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. All drivers were licensed. The report explicitly cites unsafe lane changing as the driver error leading to the crash, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Van Slams Sedan on Bergen Street, Two Hurt▸Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 14 - A van struck a stopped sedan on Bergen Street. Both occupants suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as crash causes.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling west on Bergen Street rear-ended a BMW sedan stopped in traffic. The van hit the sedan's center back end with its front. The sedan's driver, a 61-year-old man, and the front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, both suffered back injuries and shock. Both complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the van driver. The sedan occupants' actions were not cited as factors. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness. The crash underscores driver error as the source of injury.
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Motorcycle Rear Passenger Crushed in Brooklyn Collision▸Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 12 - Metal screamed near 5th Avenue. A motorcycle clipped a sedan pulling into a spot. A woman, helmeted, crushed her leg. Northbound traffic, one slowed, one did not. The pavement held the silence. Brooklyn’s streets demand attention.
A collision unfolded near 5th Avenue and 39th Street in Brooklyn at 17:40, involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the police report. The report states that a motorcycle 'clipped a sedan pulling into a spot.' The impact left a 52-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger on the motorcycle, with crush injuries to her leg. She was helmeted and remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were traveling northbound; the sedan was entering a parked position while the motorcycle was passing. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. This driver error—failing to maintain adequate distance—directly preceded the collision and the resulting injury. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent danger faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Sedan Hits Cyclist During Lane Change on Flatbush▸Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Nov 4 - A sedan struck a 34-year-old cyclist changing lanes on Flatbush Avenue. The impact left the cyclist with arm injuries and in shock. Metal met flesh. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a BMW sedan hit him near 450 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:58. The cyclist, traveling north and changing lanes, was struck by the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock. He wore a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight. The crash shows the danger cyclists face when sharing lanes with cars.
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Pickup Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 4th Avenue▸Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 30 - A pickup truck hit a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike on 4th Avenue at Sackett Street. He was thrown, his body broken. He died under the Brooklyn night, helmet still strapped to his head. The street swallowed another cyclist.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old man riding an e-bike was struck by a northbound pickup truck at 4th Avenue and Sackett Street in Brooklyn. The report states the cyclist was 'thrown' and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The narrative describes the victim as having his 'helmet strapped' and notes he 'died there, under the Brooklyn night.' The e-bike was demolished, with the point of impact listed as the right side doors, while the pickup truck sustained damage to its right front bumper. The police report does not specify any contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist’s helmet use is mentioned only as a detail, not as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the deadly consequences for the vulnerable road user.
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SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Vanderbilt Avenue▸Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 24 - A southbound SUV collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 17:03 on Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, a southbound SUV and a southbound bicycle collided. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel striking the center back end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this for the bicyclist. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in shared road spaces.
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SUV Unsafe Speed Causes Left-Turn Crash▸Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 18 - A speeding SUV changed lanes improperly and collided with a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, enduring shock and pain. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:04 on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver was traveling north, changing lanes at unsafe speed when the collision happened. The sedan was making a left turn at the time. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors on the SUV's part. The SUV's left front bumper struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The 24-year-old male SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan driver was licensed and driving north as well. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
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Cyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 17 - A woman pedaled west on Union Street. She missed the sign. Head met pavement. Blood pooled. Her helmet held, but her body broke. She stayed awake as the street fell silent. The bike survived. She did not, not fully.
A 41-year-old woman riding a bicycle westbound near 901 Union Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered a head injury, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist 'disregarded traffic control,' leading to the crash. She was described as 'conscious' but suffered 'severe bleeding' from the head. The narrative notes, 'The sign was missed. She flew, struck head-first. Her helmet held. Blood pooled.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and the report does not cite any other contributing behaviors. The focus remains on the failure to observe traffic control devices, as documented by police.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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SUV Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist in Brooklyn▸Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 7 - An SUV collided with a helmeted bicyclist traveling east on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider was ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. Police cite improper passing and lane usage by the bicyclist as contributing factors.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Dodge SUV on Saint Marks Avenue in Brooklyn at 18:20. The SUV was traveling east, going straight ahead, when the right front bumper struck the center back end of the bicyclist's e-bike. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The SUV driver had no reported license or occupant information. Vehicle damage was noted on the SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's center front end.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.